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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Mercer Island, WA

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Memory care in Mercer Island offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Mercer Island is about $7,920 per month.

To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 280 communities, read 6102 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Seattle, Gig Harbor and Port Orchard.

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Photo of The Sequoia Assisted Living
1010 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.0
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19 reviews
8.0
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19 reviews
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The building is very well kept and inviting and the staff is friendly. My Mom got one of the mid sized rooms and it was a perfect size for her.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Comfortable living arrangements and commitment to service make The Sequoia an attractive community within itself. Residents enjoy living in private apartments—furnished and decorated with their favorite things. Each apartment is designed for safe, comfortable living, with cable TV, a...
Photo of Bonaventure of Maple Valley
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8.0
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8.0
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They are trying. There are staffing challenges and they have little to no help from corporate. They went through like 4 executive chefs in as many months. Things are much better now in the kitchen. They...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
If you are looking for a luxury retirement, you’ve found it at Bonaventure of Maple Valley. We’re here for you, no matter if you need independent living or memory care.At Bonaventure of Maple Valley, we focus on community, care, and comfort for our residents. To that end, we are pleased to be...
Photo of Quail Park of Lynnwood
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7.9
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7 reviews
7.9
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After exploring care options my siblings chose Quail Park, both wound up in the dementia area. Both my mother and then my aunt really appreciated the staff, they were great ... as "advertised " My siblings...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Port Townsend Senior Living by Cogir
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7.9
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My wife and I have spent the past 4 weeks looking for a place for my mom and was taking the time to tour and look at several options to as my mom was moving up from Cali. Such a welcoming environment - it...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
At Avamere Port Townsend, we emphasize supporting an active, individualized lifestyle with the amenities to make life a little easier. We offer experiences in independent and assisted living environments.We host 120 single and dual occupancy apartments offering shared services included in our...
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The facility is very clean with updated furniture, the staff has been very friendly and helpful and everyone there seems to be happy. Residents and staff. The grounds are beautiful and my mom has enjoyed...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Comfortable Environment Alpine Way in Shelton, Wash., is a great place for senior citizens to live in a comfortable environment with assistance from professionals. Elderly residents can choose from an assortment of living styles or services depending on their individual needs. Senior living...
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Photo of Brookdale Olympia West
88 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
7.9
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45 reviews
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When you walk into the facility it's bright and welcoming. It's always decorated for the different seasons. I'm impressed with the cleanliness of the facility. When I brought my mom in for assessment, the...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Our community, in Olympia, Wash., provides memory care services to seniors in all stages of Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia. Deeply rooted in a person-centered approach, our Alzheimer’s and dementia care is called the Clare Bridge program, where each resident is surrounded by others with...
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Photo of Brookdale Courtyard Puyallup
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33 Floor plans available
7.8
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The staff is friendly, nice variety of food is served, many activities for all levels of participation. I would definitely recommend them to others who are searching for senior living for their loved one.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Exceptional Senior Living?Building a great senior life requires a great backdrop. At our vibrant, welcoming community, you’ll find exceptional assisted living care in an environment with maximum home-sweet-home factor. That means fewer worries, more options for interesting things to do, and a...
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Photo of Gig Harbor Court
2020 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
7.8
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103 reviews
7.8
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A 5 in every category except 6 would be a 4. I went to 5 different facilities and this one was by far the very best and the most affordable. The staff there are fantastic, engaged and so friendly!!
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
At Gig Harbor Court, our exceptional staff, engaging activities, and active social life make our residents happy to call our community home.Gig Harbor is located in the Pacific Northwest, and is surrounded by several parks, with a historic a waterfront as well as boutiques and fine dining, making...
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Photo of Deer Ridge Memory Care
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7.7
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18 reviews
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Deer Ridge Memory care is very expensive considering the actual care involved. What it is is an apartment with meals and very little nursing care. So although the staff are friendly and kind I wouldn't call...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Deer Ridge Memory Care opened on July 6th, 2021! We are part of a family owned and operated company called Koelsch Communities which has been caring for families across the country since 1958. Our Executive Director, William Martin has been a nurse in Memory Care for over 30 years and has a true...
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Photo of Village Green Senior Living West Seattle
11 Video available
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7.5
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A dear friend was faced with an emergency move ahead of schedule and the staff could not have been more accommodating! Not only did the rush to have the unit available they did everything possible to make...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Village Green Senior Living tree started with the owners and has branched out through the years. Celebrating over 35 years in West Seattle, we have shared and helped improve the lives of more than 3500 families! Thats a lot of folks that have called Village Green home!At Village Green you...
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Photo of Kenmore Senior Living
99 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
7.5
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80 reviews
7.5
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80 reviews
5 star
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The staff is very friendly and helpful. The facility is clean and the apartment has been updated and is nice. The food is not great and they seem to run out of things that are on the menu quite frequently.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Kenmore Senior Living has that Seattle Puget Sound charm known in the Pacific Northwest, and our caring staff is ready to assist you or your loved one. Our senior living community in Kenmore, Washington, has everything you could need in a senior living community. Our studio, one, and two-bedroom...
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Photo of Empress Senior Living at Laurelhurst
99 Photos available
7.4
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10 reviews
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10 reviews
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For me, it has been a 4, I would say. The location is excellent for my transportation needs...no longer drive/have a car but the King County Metro bus service is superb...and I can get lots of reading and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Photo of Sunrise of Issaquah
2424 Photos available
1111 Floor plans available
7.4
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19 reviews
7.4
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The staff has been fantastic and incredibly helpful. The front desk staff have been welcoming and responsive, and the nursing team has done a great job managing medications and keeping everything organized,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
About Sunrise of IssaquahNestled among lakes, wildlife preserves, and natural state parks, yet only a short drive from both Seattle and Bellevue, Sunrise of Issaquah provides the very best in personalized care and services—including assisted living and memory care—to seniors in elegant...
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Photo of Gig Harbor at Green Lake Senior Living Memory Care
77 Photos available
7.4
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24 reviews
7.4
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24 reviews
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So far, so good. The staff seems very nice. The staff has been there long term, which is a good sign. We did just get a memo from them about some changes for the Medicaid application. Not the newest...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Olympic Alzheimer’s Residence was completed in 1994 and is a community designed to care for those suffering from memory loss, Alzheimer’s Disease, and related dementias. Residents feel safe and comfortable – nestled in a structure styled after a mountain lodge, with stone fireplaces and broad...
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Photo of Brookdale Puyallup South
1010 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
7.3
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34 reviews
7.3
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34 reviews
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My mom has been there 2 months now, she likes her room, has settled in very nicely Staff are very friendly, helpful Lots of activities for the residents and their families also. They celebrate the holidays ...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care From the Industry LeaderMemory care shouldn’t mean giving up on a life lived well. We’ve put more than 25 years of industry leading experience into developing a program that provides stability and comfort to those living with Alzheimer’s or other dementia. We are a compassionate memory care...
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Photo of Maple Ridge
99 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
7.3
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16 reviews
7.3
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16 reviews
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The staff at Maple Ridge has been very active/responsive with me and my loved one. The staff is very helpful and informative. My loved one is eating regularly in the gorgeous dining room, has dining...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Looking for an exceptional senior living community?Well, you’ve found it. When you combine an exceptional lifestyle, ready-made friends and outstanding service, the result is what we callRetirement Perfected™Welcome to Bonaventure Retirement. Life is good here in our community, and we like to...
Photo of Vineyard Park Mercer Island
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They had a really thoughtful and full welcoming and transition approach. They really took the time to understand what my mom needed, and they have tweaked things along the way based on what she needs. The...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
Photo of Aljoya Mercer Island, a CCRC
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This is a wonderful home for seniors located in a very safe place for one who loves to walk as I do. There are many activities, music, trips, talks, etc, I think it is so much better than being in a house...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome to Aljoya Mercer Island, an Era Living community. Aljoya offers a warm, vibrant lifestyle, a vast array of amenities, rich programming, and exceptional Independent Living, Assisted Living, and nursing care. Aljoya is located in the heart of Mercer Island, surrounded by shops,...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Situated on the crest of Capitol Hill, Fred Lind Manor offers all the excitement of city life amid the sanctuary of a quiet residential neighborhood. Since 1988 Fred Lind Manor has been dedicated to providing seniors with quality care and a vibrant lifestyle supported by a Christ-honoring...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Part of the Presbyterian Retirement Communities Northwest family of communities, The Terraces at Skyline is backed by a strong tradition of excellence by a proven leader in senior care. Ideally located in the heart of Seattle's First Hill neighborhood, here you'll find an entire community...
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Memory care staff very caring and helpful.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Horizon House - Live Creatively Horizon House is a vibrant continuing care retirement community located in the heart of downtown Seattle since 1961. Our beautiful campus is home to almost 600 seniors who thrive in place at every age and stage. For those who are seeking an active lifestyle, we...
Photo of Renton Assisted Living
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Our assisted living community, located in Renton, Wash., on the shores of beautiful Lake Washington, offers an engaging social life that will pull you away from the TV and into happy hour socials, card and board games, fitness classes, creative projects, lively meals, fun outings and more. And...
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Sagebrook made me feel at home and that they cared about my experience as well as my wife's. Although my wife had stopped being responsive to care, they went out of their way to attempt to reach her and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Sagebrook Senior Living at Bellevue is in the town of Bellevue, King County, Washington, situated between Lake Washington to the east and Lake Sammamish to the west. It is a suburb of Seattle and gets its name from the French, meaning 'beautiful view.' Surrounded by mountain views, it is...
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Everyone we've had contact with at Quail Park is very nice and has treated our parents that live there with kindness and compassion. The move-in process went quickly and smoothly. The meals look appealing...
Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
At our West Seattle, Washington, Memory Care Community, we believe meaningful moments are important. Called Tribute™, our Memory Care program provides your loved one living with Alzheimer's or another form of dementia with the personalized care they deserve. Quail Park Memory Care Residences of...
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It is ideal for parents in need of transition to assisted and memory care, and full-service memory care. It has great staff and location, and is a well managed facility. It is on the more reasonable end of...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Welcome to Queen Anne Manor Senior Living, one of the most beautiful and historic buildings in the Queen Anne neighborhood. You’ll find Queen Anne Manor located in the upscale upper Queen Anne neighborhood 1 block from Queen Anne Drive with convenient shopping and dining.ASSISTED LIVINGHere at...

Cost of memory care in Mercer Island, WA

The average cost of senior living in Mercer Island is $7,920 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Tacoma, WA with an average of $7,793 per month.

Memory care costs in Mercer Island, WA, vs. state and national averages

Mercer Island, WA
$7,920/mo
U.S. national average
$6,999/mo

Memory care costs in Mercer Island, WA, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$7,920/mo

Memory care costs in Mercer Island, WA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,098/mo
Studio
$6,700/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,758/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,856/mo

Senior living costs in Mercer Island vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Mercer Island, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMercer Island, WAWashingtonU.S.
Memory Care$7,920/mo$8,229/mo$6,999/mo
Assisted Living$6,521/mo$6,480/mo$5,830/mo
Independent Living$4,262/mo$4,089/mo$3,520/mo
Memory Care
Mercer Island, WA:$7,920/mo
Washington:$8,229/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Assisted Living
Mercer Island, WA:$6,521/mo
Washington:$6,480/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Independent Living
Mercer Island, WA:$4,262/mo
Washington:$4,089/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Memory care costs in Mercer Island, WA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Mercer Island and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Memory care cost trends in Mercer Island, WA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Mercer Island have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Mercer Island, WA$7,973/mo$7,858/mo+1.5%
Washington$7,963/mo$7,716/mo+3.2%
National$6,685/mo$6,446/mo+3.7%
Mercer Island, WA
2024 average cost:$7,973/mo
2023 average cost:$7,858/mo
Percent change:+1.5%
Washington
2024 average cost:$7,963/mo
2023 average cost:$7,716/mo
Percent change:+3.2%
National
2024 average cost:$6,685/mo
2023 average cost:$6,446/mo
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What families are saying about memory care in Mercer Island

Recent reviews for memory care in Mercer Island

Brookdale Stanwood

4.4
Really enjoy working with the staff. We have a family member in Assisted Living but are struggling with what to do next as she shows signs of mid-stage dementia. Time to move her or too soon? Staff are so patient with her and us ... Very professional and knowledgable.

Murano Senior Living in Seattle, WA

4.8
The reason we gave the meals and dining a 3 out of 5 is because - a) meats are overcooked and tough at least half of the time. The exception is seafood which is good; b) small vegetables portions; c) no options for seasoning preferences such as offering mild and spicy versions for specials and ...
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Aegis of Kirkland

5.0
I can confidently rate Aegis of Kirkland a 5 out of 5. My brother and I found Aegis to be very clean in all the common areas as well as private areas. The food is excellent, and the staff is compassionate. They have several activities going on throughout the day. There is something that ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Engaged and caring staff. Several reviews highlight the friendly and supportive nature of the staff at various communities. For instance, at {{1400707}-Colombia Landing, staff members are described as 'Golden' and have become 'like family' to residents and their families. At {{1421805}-Sunrise of Bellevue, the staff are ...
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Personalized care and attention. Numerous reviews mention staff members taking the time to understand and cater to individual residents' needs. For example, at {{101176}-Cogir of Bothell, staff were praised for their patience and understanding in helping a resident acclimate to the community. At {{1453705}-Aegis of Lake Union, ...
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Varied and engaging activities. Residents appreciate the range of activities offered at their communities, which cater to different interests and abilities. For instance, at {{1407019}-Quail Park, the activities team is praised for keeping residents 'busy' and 'engaged'. At {{101176}-Cogir of Bothell, residents enjoy getting i ...
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Well-maintained facilities. Reviews frequently comment on the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, with some mentioning specific improvements made to the facilities. For instance, at {{1445466}-Holden Southcenter, the facility is described as 'top notch' and 'very modern'. At {{1400707}-Columbia Landing, staff are pr ...
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Community outreach and engagement. Some reviews mention the importance of communication and outreach efforts between staff, residents, and their families. For example, at {{1400707}-Fieldstone, the community director is praised for readily available and 'extremely helpful' communication. The team at {{1400707}-Columbia Landing is ...
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Supportive management. Several reviews mention the supportive and understanding nature of the management teams at their communities. At {{1400707}-Fieldstone, the management is described as 'reassuring' and always 'ready' to help. The management at {{1445466}-Holden Southcenter is praised for their 'actions to protect ...
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Mercer Island review score based on 1,189 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 1189 reviews of 280 Mercer Island memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Mercer Island review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Mercer Island review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Mercer Island, WA280 facilities
8.2
Bremerton, WA282 facilities
7.9
Everett, WA119 facilities

Review subcategories for Mercer Island memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 1,189 reviews of 280 Mercer Island memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Mercer Island resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Mercer Island, WA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.4
3.7
Friendliness
3.5
3.8
Care services
3.0
3.5
Staff
3.3
3.6
Meals & dining
3.1
3.3
Activities
3.0
3.3
Value for cost*
3.1
3.4
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Mercer Island memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mercer Island memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mercer Island, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Mercer Island memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Mercer Island that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Mercer Island, WANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
81.4%
63.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
35%
47.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.8%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.9%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
80%
70%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
36.1%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.1%
89.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
62.9%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
77.9%
69.6%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Mercer Island memory care

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Mercer Island Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Mercer Island, WANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
76.4%
72.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
57.9%
45.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
55.4%
68%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
26.1%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Mercer Island memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Mercer Island partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mercer Island, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
45.7%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
76.8%
44.8%
No sugar
No sugar
70%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
76.1%
50.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
40%
22.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Mercer Island memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Mercer Island communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mercer Island, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
67.5%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
70.4%
40.2%
Room service
Room service
69.6%
37.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
48.6%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mercer Island memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Mercer Island offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mercer Island, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
78.6%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
55.4%
33.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
56.1%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
74.3%
53.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
78.6%
51.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
81.4%
59.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
71.1%
39.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
68.6%
35.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
71.1%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
77.5%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
78.2%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
58.6%
32.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
46.4%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
77.5%
46.3%
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State regulations for memory care in Mercer Island

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Washington memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Mercer Island protect seniors.
Learn about Washington memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Island House, Aegis Mercer Island and Merrill Gardens at Wright Park are the top-rated memory care facilities near Mercer Island, Washington. See full list of communities.
There are 280 memory care facilities near Mercer Island, Washington. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Mercer Island, Washington are Merrill Gardens at Wright Park, Farrington Court and Fieldstone Memory Care Puyallup. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 280 memory care facilities near you in Mercer Island, Washington typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Mercer Island, Washington, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Mercer Island, Washington, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Mercer Island, Washington ranges from $$2,500 to $$13,133. The average Memory Care cost in Mercer Island, Washington is $7,920. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Mercer Island, Washington typically starts at $$2,500. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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